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The Oregon Zoo's annual Squishing of the Squash, in which
some of the world's largest land animals demolish some of the area's largest
pumpkins, will be held Friday, Oct. 28, at 10:30 a.m.
The Squishing of the Squash is a precursor to the zoo's
Howloween celebration. Events on Saturday and Sunday include a fun scavenger
hunt that directs trick-or-treaters to easily accessible activity stations
throughout the zoo where they can collect candy and prizes.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can also watch the zoo's
enrichment team and keepers provide animals with pumpkins and other
holiday-themed treats.
The Oregon Zoo is recognized worldwide for its Asian
elephant program, which has spanned more than 60 years. Considered highly
endangered in their range countries, Asian elephants are threatened by habitat
loss, conflict with humans and disease. It is estimated that just 40,000 to
50,000 elephants remain in fragmented populations from India to Borneo. The zoo
supports a…